6 Nights (Autumn)

Nature and Relaxation

Swedish Lapland Nature and Relaxation

This exclusive Autumn culinary itinerary is an example including Arctic Bath, Arctic Retreat and Icehotel and is best experienced from 25 Aug to 15 Oct 2018.

Get away from the maddening crowds to the nature of Swedish Lapland and find some great ways to recharge and relax on this amazing nature and relaxation itinerary. Complemented by great food and hosting and guiding by local people will leave you ready to return home and take on the world.

Arctic Bath is new and exciting design hotel that has a focus on health and wellness. Arctic Bath is a floating hotel with a unique bath and sauna experience. It is inspired by the era of log-driving on the Lule river with the main building inspired by a log jam.

Arctic Retreat is a log cabin escape on the edge of a river deep in the forest. This eco-lodge has a back to nature feeling with delicious home cuisine, warm hospitality in a beautiful setting. Sheltered by large trees, the traditional and luxuriously decorated log timber cabins offer an escape to another world.

Icehotel is a unique experience. The Icehotel is Sweden’s most iconic and famous winter hotel and located in the small village of Jukkasjärvi near the town of Kiruna. It is also the original hotel of its type (1989) and remains the very best due to the quality of its art, activities, size, facilities, food and service.

(Autumn)

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Luleå Arctic Bath

Guided transfer from Luleå airport to Arctic Bath, Overnight in your floating one room cabin.

There are 6 floating double rooms, surrounded by the slowly flowing river, and 6 larger cabins on the land overlooking the river. While staying at Arctic Bath you receive access to the unique cold bath and spa with 3 different saunas, relax and hot bath. You can book different treatments for your body and wellbeing at the spa.

This afternoon we have arranged a mindfulness session to help you get in the right frame of mind for the remainder of the week.

Dinner on both evenings is in the Arctic Bath restaurant which serves a variety of 5 course dinners. Delicious!!

Overnight in a floating cabin at Arctic Bath, FB

Day 2: Arctic Bath

Today you have time to relax and enjoy the hotel and spa and we have also arranged a Yoga experienceas well as a massage.

There are also some great optional heath and wellness activities.

  • Arctic body massage
  • Arctic Duo treatment
  • Calming nature dream

Overnight in a floating cabin at Arctic Bath, FB

Day 3: Journey to Arctic Retreat

Today is a one hour guided tour to the luxurious Arctic Retreat. Tucked away deep in the forest at the foot of the Raven Rapid in the Råne River valley are some amazing timber log cabins. This is a hidden gem in Swedish Lapland that offers a personal and exclusive stay.

The food is a set menu for each day based on seasonal availability and dietary requirements are catered for. The experience is genuine in all aspects – from materials used, food served, to the local people taking care of you.

After check-in you will head out on a canoeing tour. Along with an experienced guide you will paddle in a canoe on the river’s scenic and quieter parts. Along the way we will stop for coffee/tea and a light lunch. There are good chances to see beaver and other wildlife such as birds, moose and perhaps even reindeer. Duration 4 hours including a light lunch.

In the evening you have time to relax and enjoy the retreat and perhaps a dip in your own private hot-tub/jacuzzi. This evening your hosts will prepare a fabulous three course dinner.

Overnight in a cabin at Arctic Retreat, FB

Day 4: Arctic Retreat

Dogsledding is a favourite in Swedish Lapland and on this day we have planned a very special autumn husky tour with local musher. You will be joined by some huskies for a hiking with huskies experience. Spend 3 hours walking trails in the forest and learn all about these amazing dogs and their life year round in the arctic.

After your 3 course dinner it will be an ideal night for relaxing and enjoying your outdoor jacuzzi under the stars.

Overnight in a cabin at Arctic Retreat, FB

Day 5: Transfer to Icehotel near Kiruna

A one hour Car transfer to the Murjek train station and then a 3 hour train to Kiruna and followed by a 15 minute car transfer to Icehotel.

On arrival and after checkin you will receive a guided tour of the Icehotel.

Traditionally the hotels 400 tons of ice melt back into the Torne River each spring, However, In 2017 the Icehotel went to a new level of innovation and 21 of its ice suites are now available all year round. This development also added Deluxe suites that have their own large warm bathroom attached. Perfect for those who like a little extra comfort and your room for the evening.

This evening we have arranged a special dinner for you. The 5 course Ice menu.

Overnight in 1 x Kaamos Superior room, Icehotel, FB

Day 6: Icehotel Jukkasjärvi

In the morning take a course in ice sculpting, a must when you ́re at ICEHOTEL. The class starts with the instructor talking about the crystal clear ice, which is harvested from Torne River. After that, you get an introduction on how to use the tools, your own ice block and can let the creativity flow and ice take shape.

Lunch is arranged at the Icehotel restaurant.

Dinner this evening is a 3 course al la carte in the Icehotel restaurant.

Overnight in 1 x Deluxe Ice Suite, Icehotel, FB.

Day 7: Transfer to Kiruna airport

A private transfer awaits to take you from the Icehotel to Kiruna airport or train station.

Price Includes:

  • All transfers and 2nd class train tickets
  • Full board
  • 2 x Floating Cabin at Arctic Bath, FB
  • 1 x Yoga experience
  • 1 x Massage
  • 2 x Cabin at Arctic Retreat, FB
  • 1 x Canoeing
  • 1 x Hiking with Huskies
  • 1 x Nights Kaamos warm hotel room at Icehotel, FB
  • 1 x Nights Deluxe Ice Suite at Icehotel, FB
  • 1 x Private guided tour
  • 1 x Ice menu at Icehotel
  • 1 x 3 course al la carte dinner
  • 1 x Lunch at Icehotel restaurant
  • 1 x Ice sculpting at Icehotel

Price Excludes:

  • Personal Insurance
  • Flights
  • Upgrades in the form of accommodation or activities
  • Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages

Note:

All activities are part of a small group tour unless noted as private.

Price quoted is an example only, subject to availability and supplier changes and should be reconfirmed before formal a quote to clients.

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